Kinship Care in the Dallas, Fort Worth, Denton & Nearby Areas

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Kinship care is when a relative or close family friend steps in to care for a child who can no longer safely remain with their parents. This arrangement helps maintain family bonds and a sense of stability for the child. Kids First partners with the State of Texas to verify kinship caregivers and provides guidance, resources, and support to help you navigate every step of the journey.

Steps to Family & Home Verification:

  1. Attend an Orientation at Kids First

  2. Complete an Application

  3. Pass a Criminal and Central Registry Background check

  4. Pass a FBI Check

  5. Attend training classes offered at Kids First

  6. Pass a Health and Fire Home Inspection

  7. Provide various documents

  8. Pass a Home Study